Viaggio in Umbria 2022
UMBRIA DAL CUORE
SEPTEMBER 7-17, 2022
An unforgettable journey and the ultimate Italian learning experience
For the 5th Total Immersion Trip percorsoItaliano took a group of students to a 10-day journey to Perugia and the region of Umbria “il cuore verde dell’Italia”, known for its verdant landscape, vibrant medieval hill towns, historic churches and rustic cuisine. The trip, il viaggio, was doubly special because it was hosted by both Roberta Tauriello Torgerson and Elisabetta Valentini, long-time friends, teachers and collaborators at percorsoItaliano.
Perché Perugia e l’Umbria?
Perugia is a special place for both Elisabetta and Roberta because of their long-standing involvement with the Seattle-Perugia Sister City Association.
Our adventure was for high beginner, intermediate and advanced students. All the group activities were conducted entirely in Italian. Together with a dedicated local guide, our small group of 12 to 14 explored Umbria’s history and culture, its villages and byways.
We believe this total immersion experience greatly enhanced our students’ appreciation of the region and their comfort in speaking Italian. Spending time with locals makes our Total Immersion Trips unique. We met people who live and work in this magical region, and we visited with celebrated artists committed to preserving traditional techniques and designs.
When we all returned home, we found we have left a little piece of our heart in “questo posto incantato che rinfresca anima e corpo.”